Ed Hermes for Phoenix City Council: Field Director

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Ed Hermes for Phoenix

Role: Field Director

Salary: $3,500/month

Start Date: May 1, 2026

Ed Hermes is a community activist, progressive leader, and the leading candidate for Phoenix City Council in district 4. Ed’s campaign is looking for an organized and detail-oriented individual with a passion for progressive politics to join his team as Field Director. This position is through Election Day in November and could extend to a potential run-off in mid-March 2027.

The Field Director is responsible for ensuring the campaign’s message is effectively shared through direct voter contact. They will manage and motivate campaign volunteers as they persuade voters to pledge support. The ideal candidate has previous experience in leadership roles on political campaigns, managing staff and volunteers, and is highly organized and communicative.

Responsibilities:

• Implement and manage comprehensive Field program as outlined in the Campaign Plan

• Manage VAN, create lists, cut turf, and prepare materials for canvassing

• Volunteer management: Develop and oversee volunteer program by recruiting, scheduling and motivating volunteers

• Manage canvasses and other voter outreach events

• Ensure timely data entry and accuracy

• Produce regular field reports

• Work in close collaboration with campaign staff

• Other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous field experience on a political campaign

• Self-starter who is willing to work irregular hours in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

• A person who is highly organized, detail oriented, competitive, and results-driven

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Previous experience managing volunteers

• Fluent and skilled in VAN

• Based in the Phoenix area

To apply, please email your resume and a cover letter highlighting your experience and interest to [email protected] with the subject line “FIELD DIRECTOR APPLICATION.”